How to make a pendant from Gemduo and NIB-BIT beads.
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How to make a pendant from Gemduo and NIB-BIT beads.
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How to make a pendant from Gemduo and NIB-BIT beads.
Designed by: Magda Dec
Difficulty: Beginner
Today we will show you how to make a shiny, double-sided, delicate pendant, for which easy to follow diagrams have been prepared by Magdalena Dec. These gorgeous little pendants are quick and easy to make up. We would love to see your colour choices for this one. Happy Beading!
Materials needed;
- 4mm Crystals - Bicone or FirePolish
- Gemduo Beads
- Nib-bit
- TOHO 11/0
- Beading Thread
- Scissors
- A Bail
Our tutorials are for inspiration and learning purposes. They include links to the relevant categories for you to choose your own colour combinations and we positively encourage you to experiment with different shapes, sizes, finishes, composition and texture. Why not choose your own beads and colours to achieve something in your own style? Let your imagination run wild and make your dream piece of jewellery.
Please note that the colours and products illustrated in the images above do NOT match the 'Products List'. The product list does not contain the optional materials.
Step 1
Thread 6 GemDuo and 6 crystals on the thread.
Step 2
Go through all the beads again (this will strengthen the middle) and tie a knot.
Step 3
Go to the second hole in the GemDuo. Thread - Toho 11, NIB-BIT, Toho 11 and sew through the GemDuo.
Step 4
Repeat adding toho 11, NIB-BIT, Toho 11 around the braid. Then sew around the work again in this circle (this will make it stronger)
Step 5
Turn the work on the back side and arrange the beads as shown in the image.
Step 6
Go to the second NIB-BIT hole, then thread a Toho 11, crystal, Toho 11o and go through another NIB-BIT bead
Step 7
Repeat adding beads around the work. Then sew around again.
Step 8
Go to the outer hole of the NIB-BIT bead. Then thread a crystal, toho 11o, crystal.
Step 9
Continue adding beads around the work, but remember to add a bail.
Step 10
Starting from the outer crystal, thread 4 Toho beads and sew through the Toho 11 crystal.
Step 11
Re-add beads around the work.
Step 12
Finished! Here are some different colour variations! We would love to see your version on our Facebook group.
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